About the job.
We are expanding our commercial management team to support National Highways’ annual £1bn investment programme to maintain the Strategic Road Network. We have exciting opportunities for Quantity Surveyors to join our team.
You will either:
* Lead on the commercial and contract management of a portfolio of schemes, individually valued from £1m to over £30m.
* Lead on the management of cyclic, reactive, and minor capital works delivered through a long-term contract worth approximately £30m per annum, working closely with regional teams and service providers.
The diverse portfolio offers opportunities to enhance your skills in a complex delivery environment.
The role is primarily based in Guildford, Basingstoke, or Maidstone, with a flexible hybrid working approach, combining office and home working (at least 2 days in the office per week).
* Provide contractual advice and act as first-line escalation for contract and commercial issues.
* Manage day-to-day contract and commercial activities, including communication, notifications, compensation events, and final accounts using CEMAR portal.
* Assess payment applications via National Highways ‘Confirm’ portal.
* Conduct regular cost and contract audits to ensure compliance.
* Monitor costs against budgets, prepare forecasts, and identify risks and opportunities.
* Mentor and line-manage Assistant Quantity Surveyors, Graduates, and Apprentices.
About you.
* Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant qualification; professional chartered status (MRICS, MCInstCES) preferred.
* Experience in contract administration, preferably with NEC contracts.
* Experience in quantity surveying and commercial functions in civil engineering or infrastructure.
* Strong commercial awareness with successful project delivery experience.
* Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with contract management software (. CEMAR, Confirm).
About us.
National Highways manages England’s motorways and major A roads, focusing on safety, customer service, and delivery. We handle maintenance, system improvements, and incident response across 4,500 miles of roads.
We offer competitive salaries, support diversity, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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